
Harriet Birrell

Nourish magazine issue 76
Buy NowOne weekend, I decided to add some frozen berries to my porridge mix and bake it instead of cooking it on the stovetop. It turned out so good and...
These pancakes are the perfect breakfast staple. No blender or food processor needed. Bonus! They are filling and delicious, and offer an...
This loaf is completely grain free and gluten-free, meaning it’s suitable for those with intolerances. Buckwheat is a seed not a grain. It is...
A little know-how is all you need to avoid chemical-laden commercial cleaners and instead make your own non-toxic, household cleaners that are...
This is the the most delicious vegan mushroom burger we have ever made! It won't fall apart, is totally satisfying and bursting with flavour!
Quinoa is gluten free, high in protein and fibre, and is low GI, meaning it is slowly digested for longer-lasting energy.
With its beautiful topping of fresh strawberries, this gorgeous cream tart by Anthea from Rainbow Nourishments is a feast for the eyes as well as...
In this gourmet katsu recipe, the chefs from Monster Kitchen and Bar have masterfully reimagined the Japanese classic using crumbed butternut...
Not only do these sushi rolls look gorgeous, they also taste incredible. These showstoppers will wow your friends!
Luscious layers of tart raspberry paired with rich coconut custard and cream create the most heavenly summer berry trifle.
This exquisite tart infuses the soft sweet flavour of bay leaves through its silky chocolate filling. Bay leaves are a traditional symbol of...
Turmeric has long-revered powerful anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects, making this an all-round superfood crowd-winner, which will take...
In the fast-paced and demanding world we live in, finding moments of stillness and calm can be challenging. In an attempt to find a little peace...
If you want to get your gut in order, Dr Will Bulsiewicz is the expert to help you sort out fact from fiction. This is the gut-health cheat sheet...
Time for an eco spring clean? Here are seven simple swaps for the conscious consumer
If you haven’t quite got your cycle phases figured out, you’re not alone. But it’s time to tune in to your body’s rhythms - so that you...
Eco period products have risen in popularity – they’re sustainable, affordable, healthy, and convenient. Here’s what you need to know so...
Going vegan can be a life-changing experience, and it’s not without its challenges. The good news is you’re not alone. There are identifiable...
Mountains stretch down to coastal plains, which hug the curves of over 100 pristine beaches, all gazing out towards the stunning waters of the...
Does life feel like an uphill battle? Maybe it’s time for change
Spraying sheets and pillows with calming scents can be a wonderful aid to slumber
The next time you go for a walk, discover the wonder of the everyday world around you
A skincare routine can be a way to nourish yourself inside and out
When the clouds converge, practise gratitude for the smallest of glimmers, and learn to dance in the rain.
One weekend, I decided to add some frozen berries to my porridge mix and bake it instead of cooking it on the stovetop. It turned out so good and is actually much easier!
The trick to this super-vibrant green curry is to add a bunch of blitzed leafy greens into the paste to ensure a lovely, bright-green colour. I...
Restaurant quality, yet surprisingly simple to make, this classic black-lentil curry from Made with Love and Plants by Tammy Fry is sure...
You’ll be scoffing mouthfuls of this rich, hearty, budget-friendly soup before anyone else has a chance to dive in. It’s that good! I...
This quiche recipe is easy to prepare ahead of time and reheat before serving – perfect for entertaining. We’ve listed it as a lunch or...
This salad is a take on urap sayur that instead uses crumbled tempeh and toasted almonds to top the dish. A balance of spicy, sweet, and sour...
Shifting to a wholefood plant-based diet doesn’t mean missing out on cheesecake. This recipe uses tofu instead of cream cheese and is therefore...
The tahini, almond butter and silken tofu in this Middle Eastern-inspired recipe create a super creamy mousse, which pairs beautifully with the...
In the fast-paced and demanding world we live in, finding moments of stillness and calm can be challenging. In an attempt to find a little peace...
If you want to get your gut in order, Dr Will Bulsiewicz is the expert to help you sort out fact from fiction. This is the gut-health cheat sheet...
Time for an eco spring clean? Here are seven simple swaps for the conscious consumer
If you haven’t quite got your cycle phases figured out, you’re not alone. But it’s time to tune in to your body’s rhythms - so that you...
Eco period products have risen in popularity – they’re sustainable, affordable, healthy, and convenient. Here’s what you need to know so...
Going vegan can be a life-changing experience, and it’s not without its challenges. The good news is you’re not alone. There are identifiable...
Mountains stretch down to coastal plains, which hug the curves of over 100 pristine beaches, all gazing out towards the stunning waters of the...
Does life feel like an uphill battle? Maybe it’s time for change
Spraying sheets and pillows with calming scents can be a wonderful aid to slumber
The next time you go for a walk, discover the wonder of the everyday world around you
A skincare routine can be a way to nourish yourself inside and out
When the clouds converge, practise gratitude for the smallest of glimmers, and learn to dance in the rain.
These pancakes are the perfect breakfast staple. No blender or food processor needed. Bonus! They are filling and delicious, and offer an alternative to bananas in wholefood, plant-based pancakes.
TIP: When berries aren’t in season, frozen ones are a great option. Just defrost them first and use as you would fresh ones.
This smoothie takes a few minutes longer to prepare than a standard smoothie, but your kids will LOVE you for it. It’s also super pretty and...
This cinnamon-scented apple loaf uses almond meal and a flax egg to create a beautiful moist sponge, which contrasts perfectly with the sliced...
Healthy, satisfying and flavoursome, this pad kee mao is vibrant Thai food at its best.
Burgs are life! We love all the classics, and they are tastier and better for you when filled with plants.
This Indonesian fried noodle dish can be found at both high-end restaurants and street food vendors in the region – it’s a popular dish for...
You can’t go wrong with a crumble, and this beautiful berry-licious version by plant-based chef Cynthia Louise is no exception.
Light, citrusy, and super refreshing, this cocktail starring Licor 43 Horchata and limoncello tastes like Mediterranean summer in a glass.
In the fast-paced and demanding world we live in, finding moments of stillness and calm can be challenging. In an attempt to find a little peace...
If you want to get your gut in order, Dr Will Bulsiewicz is the expert to help you sort out fact from fiction. This is the gut-health cheat sheet...
Time for an eco spring clean? Here are seven simple swaps for the conscious consumer
If you haven’t quite got your cycle phases figured out, you’re not alone. But it’s time to tune in to your body’s rhythms - so that you...
Eco period products have risen in popularity – they’re sustainable, affordable, healthy, and convenient. Here’s what you need to know so...
Going vegan can be a life-changing experience, and it’s not without its challenges. The good news is you’re not alone. There are identifiable...
Mountains stretch down to coastal plains, which hug the curves of over 100 pristine beaches, all gazing out towards the stunning waters of the...
Does life feel like an uphill battle? Maybe it’s time for change
Spraying sheets and pillows with calming scents can be a wonderful aid to slumber
The next time you go for a walk, discover the wonder of the everyday world around you
A skincare routine can be a way to nourish yourself inside and out
When the clouds converge, practise gratitude for the smallest of glimmers, and learn to dance in the rain.
This loaf is completely grain free and gluten-free, meaning it’s suitable for those with intolerances. Buckwheat is a seed not a grain. It is gluten-free, packed with nutrients, and delicious. For this recipe, we use it in its whole form, which makes a hearty loaf full of goodness and rich in fibre.
You can’t go wrong with a crumble, and this beautiful berry-licious version by plant-based chef Cynthia Louise is no exception.
Apple and cinnamon combine beautifully with the creaminess of Licor 43’s tigernut-based horchata in this sophisticated sunset-hour sip.
This smoothie takes a few minutes longer to prepare than a standard smoothie, but your kids will LOVE you for it. It’s also super pretty and...
This sweet pumpkin pie has it all: a melt-in-your mouth pastry crust, a rich cinnamon and nutmeg-spiced pumpkin filling, and a fluffy layer of...
The trick to this super-vibrant green curry is to add a bunch of blitzed leafy greens into the paste to ensure a lovely, bright-green colour. I...
Burgs are life! We love all the classics, and they are tastier and better for you when filled with plants.
The ultimate velvety chocolate cheesecake experience, vegan style. Top with deluxe chocolate decorations of your choice to suit the occasion.
In the fast-paced and demanding world we live in, finding moments of stillness and calm can be challenging. In an attempt to find a little peace...
If you want to get your gut in order, Dr Will Bulsiewicz is the expert to help you sort out fact from fiction. This is the gut-health cheat sheet...
Time for an eco spring clean? Here are seven simple swaps for the conscious consumer
If you haven’t quite got your cycle phases figured out, you’re not alone. But it’s time to tune in to your body’s rhythms - so that you...
Eco period products have risen in popularity – they’re sustainable, affordable, healthy, and convenient. Here’s what you need to know so...
Going vegan can be a life-changing experience, and it’s not without its challenges. The good news is you’re not alone. There are identifiable...
Mountains stretch down to coastal plains, which hug the curves of over 100 pristine beaches, all gazing out towards the stunning waters of the...
Does life feel like an uphill battle? Maybe it’s time for change
Spraying sheets and pillows with calming scents can be a wonderful aid to slumber
The next time you go for a walk, discover the wonder of the everyday world around you
A skincare routine can be a way to nourish yourself inside and out
When the clouds converge, practise gratitude for the smallest of glimmers, and learn to dance in the rain.
A little know-how is all you need to avoid chemical-laden commercial cleaners and instead make your own non-toxic, household cleaners that are just as effective.
I started considering the products I was using at home about seven years ago. At the time, my partner, Fraser, and I were operating a small, seasonal smoothie and raw desserts caravan in our hometown. The more I began to appreciate how food was grown and processed, the more I wanted to eat food as close to its natural, ‘whole’ state as possible, free of chemicals and preservatives. That passion for natural, plant-based living drove me to question the everyday products I used in our home.
I was shocked to discover synthetic preservatives in almost all of my store-bought cleaning products, along with loads of ingredients I couldn’t identify. Even worse – some were known to be harmful. I’ve since learned that manufacturers can get away with a lot by using labels and terms that mask what a product contains. The simple word ‘parfum’ or ‘fragrance’, for example, can be a front for thousands of chemicals that are known endocrine disruptors. These vague labels make it close to impossible for us to truly know what’s in the products we are using. No, thanks!
Armed with this knowledge, I started looking for products free of chemicals that can harm people and planet. This is a tedious and often confusing task, made more so by a large amount of greenwashing. Unfortunately, there are conventional and synthetically fragranced products that pose as ‘earth friendly’, ‘eco’, or ‘natural’ when they are, in fact, not. Our skin is our largest organ, and much of what comes into contact with it is absorbed right into the blood stream. If we avoid spraying synthetic pesticides and herbicides on our food, why would we spray products that are equally harmful in our homes?
Motivated by my frustration with commercial cleaners, I decided to explore homemade cleaning products that I could be certain contained no nasties.
There are plenty of benefits to making your own home cleaning products from natural ingredients. Not only do they smell better, they are also less irritating to skin and eyes. Replacing the noxious and lingering odours of synthetic fragrances with pure essential oils is like stepping into a new, genuinely fresh world.
Making your own simple, natural products means you will know (and be able to pronounce!) every ingredient that goes into them. You can tackle any cleaning task knowing that you are not inhaling harsh chemicals or getting anything potentially harmful on your skin and adding to its toxic load. Get creative and customise your household cleaners to your liking. Don’t love the smell of pure lavender essential oil? Use orange blossom instead.
Most of the ingredients you’ll need can be purchased in bulk, bypassing packaging altogether. Avoiding all that plastic packaging also gives you the opportunity to tread a little lighter on the Earth. Not to mention that you won’t be pouring toxic chemicals down the drain and, ultimately, into our waterways!
Arming yourself with the basic skills and ingredients to make your own cleaning products means more convenience in the long run. You can store the ingredients at home, making it easy to whip up a fresh batch of a product without having to visit the store. It will save you money and is convenient, environmentally friendly, and gentle on your system! All the better to turn dreaded cleaning chores into enjoyable rituals.
On my path to replacing commercial products with homemade and natural alternatives, I’ve been pleasantly surprised by how effective they are. It is a common misconception that natural equals less powerful, and that we need synthetic chemicals to do most of the grunt work if we want to get things really clean.
The truth is, there are potent cleaning agents that are either minimally processed or in their natural form, such as good old-fashioned bicarb soda and white vinegar. Plus, it’s never a bad idea to remove the toxic load synthetic fragrances can place on our bodies.
There is a link between the climate crisis and what’s on our plates. The hard facts are astounding, as is the difference a plant-based change...
Bolster your mental health during the depths of winter by resisting the urge to hibernate indoors.
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Time for an eco spring clean? Here are seven simple swaps for the conscious consumer
Diversity is just as important as quantity if you want to boost your health and wellbeing with the veggies you eat. Read on to discover 10 ways...
Lusciously decadent but guilt free, these divine bars are definitive proof that there’s a healthier, plant-based version of anything you fancy....
Burgs are life! We love all the classics, and they are tastier and better for you when filled with plants. This Vegan burger with the lot is sure...
This sweet pumpkin pie has it all: a melt-in-your mouth pastry crust, a rich cinnamon and nutmeg-spiced pumpkin filling, and a fluffy layer of...
You can’t go wrong with a crumble, and this beautiful berry-licious version by plant-based chef Cynthia Louise is no exception.
This cinnamon-scented apple loaf uses almond meal and a flax egg to create a beautiful moist sponge, which contrasts perfectly with the sliced...
This fruity cocktail is a sweet summer drink that’s super easy to make. The combination of strawberry ice cream and coconut milk makes for a...
You’ll be scoffing mouthfuls of this rich, hearty, budget-friendly soup before anyone else has a chance to dive in. It’s that good! I...
Does life feel like an uphill battle? Maybe it’s time for change
Spraying sheets and pillows with calming scents can be a wonderful aid to slumber
The next time you go for a walk, discover the wonder of the everyday world around you
A skincare routine can be a way to nourish yourself inside and out
When the clouds converge, practise gratitude for the smallest of glimmers, and learn to dance in the rain.
This is the the most delicious vegan mushroom burger we have ever made! It won't fall apart, is totally satisfying and bursting with flavour!
This recipe is an edited extract from Natural Harry by Harriet Burrell, published by naturalharry.com.au. Photography by Nikole Ramsay.
This cinnamon-scented apple loaf uses almond meal and a flax egg to create a beautiful moist sponge, which contrasts perfectly with the sliced...
The star of the dish is the cashew cream. Be sure to push the veggies down so they are covered before baking. The magic happens when they soak up...
The ultimate velvety chocolate cheesecake experience, vegan style. Top with deluxe chocolate decorations of your choice to suit the occasion.
Apple and cinnamon combine beautifully with the creaminess of Licor 43’s tigernut-based horchata in this sophisticated sunset-hour sip.
Burgs are life! We love all the classics, and they are tastier and better for you when filled with plants.
This smoothie takes a few minutes longer to prepare than a standard smoothie, but your kids will LOVE you for it. It’s also super pretty and...
You can’t go wrong with a crumble, and this beautiful berry-licious version by plant-based chef Cynthia Louise is no exception.
In the fast-paced and demanding world we live in, finding moments of stillness and calm can be challenging. In an attempt to find a little peace...
If you want to get your gut in order, Dr Will Bulsiewicz is the expert to help you sort out fact from fiction. This is the gut-health cheat sheet...
Time for an eco spring clean? Here are seven simple swaps for the conscious consumer
If you haven’t quite got your cycle phases figured out, you’re not alone. But it’s time to tune in to your body’s rhythms - so that you...
Eco period products have risen in popularity – they’re sustainable, affordable, healthy, and convenient. Here’s what you need to know so...
Going vegan can be a life-changing experience, and it’s not without its challenges. The good news is you’re not alone. There are identifiable...
Mountains stretch down to coastal plains, which hug the curves of over 100 pristine beaches, all gazing out towards the stunning waters of the...
Does life feel like an uphill battle? Maybe it’s time for change
Spraying sheets and pillows with calming scents can be a wonderful aid to slumber
The next time you go for a walk, discover the wonder of the everyday world around you
A skincare routine can be a way to nourish yourself inside and out
When the clouds converge, practise gratitude for the smallest of glimmers, and learn to dance in the rain.
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